Flying from Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) to Havana Airport (HAV): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Punta Cana Airport to Havana Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Havana's timezone is UTC-5, making Havana one hour behind Punta Cana.
To ensure you catch your PUJ to HAV flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air Century offers direct flights from Punta Cana Airport to Havana Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Havana — and maybe even more of Cuba if time allows.
Air Century is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Punta Cana Airport to Havana Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PUJ and HAV include:
Miami International Airport
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Handy information about Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)
Of the flights that depart from Punta Cana Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Punta Cana Airport from central Punta Cana, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near PUJ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Punta Cana Airport to Havana Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Havana Airport (HAV)
Arriving on a late Punta Cana Airport to Havana Airport flight? Collect your luggage and go directly to a nearby hotel. Two good choices close to HAV are Migaby House and Hostal Doña Amalia Cuba.
Getting from Havana Airport (HAV) to central Havana
Havana Airport to central Havana has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Havana Airport (HAV)
October is the most popular month for flights from Punta Cana Airport to Havana Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Havana in March.
The warmest month in Havana is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Punta Cana Airport to Havana Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PUJ to HAV in January. Temperatures average between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Cuba
Camaguey is just one of the many cities in Cuba waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Havana. Around 499 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Merced, Catedral de Senora de la Candelaria and Iglesia de Santa Ana.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Cuba, head for Santa Clara, about 257 kilometres east of Havana. Che Guevara Mausoleum, Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park) are key reasons to visit.